Crown and Counter Balance Forklift Operators

Forklift Operator – Crown Reach & Counterbalance (Night Shift)Location: Milton, ON
Pay Rate: $25.87/hour
Shift: Monday to Friday, 9:00 PM – 5:30 AM
Employment Type: Temporary (ongoing through the end of the year with potential extension)
About the CompanyOur client is a well-established Canadian food manufacturing company specializing in the production of premium baked goods and pastries. Operating in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment, they are committed to producing high-quality products while maintaining the highest standards in food safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Fuze HR is currently seeking an experienced and certified Crown Reach & Counterbalance Forklift Operator to join the Shipping & Receiving team. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a respected manufacturer offering competitive pay and a stable night shift.
Responsibilities

• Operate Crown Reach forklifts (approximately 80%) and Electric Counterbalance forklifts (approximately 20%).
• Load, unload, and move finished products, ingredients, and packaging materials throughout the facility.
• Perform put-aways and replenish production materials as required.
• Safely load and unload trailers while following all company safety procedures.
• Complete pallet inspections to ensure products are properly labeled and free of damage.
• Use the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to accurately record inventory movements.
• Support production by staging ingredients and packaging materials.
• Operate an apple peeling machine when required (full training provided).
• Assist the production team with general warehouse duties as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all food safety and quality standards, including GMP, HACCP, and workplace safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Valid certification for both Crown Reach and Electric Counterbalance forklifts.
• Minimum 2 years of recent, hands-on experience operating both Crown Reach and Counterbalance forklifts.
• Experience in shipping and receiving or warehouse operations.
• Comfortable working in cooler and freezer environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs when required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Previous food manufacturing or food warehouse experience is considered an asset but is not required.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.
• Must successfully complete a forklift skills assessment upon arrival.
• Clear criminal background check required.

Working Conditions

• Food manufacturing facility.
• Cooler and freezer environments.
• Fast-paced warehouse setting with frequent standing and walking.
• Heavy work environment with occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Overtime may be required, including weekends.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay of $25.87/hour.
• Stable Monday to Friday night shift.
• Free parking.
• Freezer jacket, gloves, and other cold-weather PPE provided.
• Opportunity to gain experience with a leading Canadian food manufacturer.
• Potential assignment extension based on business needs.

Apply today if you have recent Crown Reach and Counterbalance forklift experience and are looking for your next opportunity with a reputable manufacturing company.
Email resume to our Industrial Team at [email protected]
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